46 essex avenue
Transit · Nearby Amenities · Crime & Safety
Property Review
Bus & Public Transit
46 Essex Avenue is well-served by public transit, with two bus stops within 200 m. The northbound and southbound St Mary's at Vivian stops (179 m and 196 m) provide access to Route F7 and Route FX2, offering frequent service along St. Mary's Road. Additional stops along St. Anne's Road are within a 5-7 minute walk, expanding connectivity for residents.
Nearby transit routes connect to a variety of essential destinations, including clinics such as Aria Medical Centre and LASIK MD, and supermarkets like Jardins St-Leons Garden, No Frills, and Seafood City. Schools reachable by these routes include Gordon Bell High School, Lavallee School, Christ the King School, École Varennes, and Glenlawn Collegiate. This makes the location particularly convenient for students and daily errands.
Routes serving this area
Key destinations by bus
Nearby Amenities
Just steps from home, residents will find a diverse range of amenities. Within a 3-minute walk (about 200 m) are Faizan-E-Makkah (place of worship), Woo Medical Centre, Marigold Restaurant, Immanuel Fellowship Church, The Riverside: Kitchen & Bar, Juneberry, and Limelight Karaoke Bar. Glenwood School is also only a 4-minute walk away (291 m), making it ideal for families with school-age children.
For daily needs, several parks and recreational spaces are nearby, including Guay Park (371 m, 5 min walk) and St. Mary's-St. Anne's Parkway (526 m, 7 min walk). Essential services like Aria Pharmacy (586 m, 8 min walk) and Jardins St-Leons Garden supermarket (536 m, 7 min walk) are within easy walking distance. The area also features Riverview Community Garden and a variety of cafes and restaurants.
Neighbourhood Safety
Crime in Glenwood has shown notable improvement in the most recent data. After a peak in 2022 and 2023, violent incidents declined from 62 in 2023 to 41 in 2025, and further dropped to just 8 in 2026 (a decrease of over 80% year-over-year). Property crime similarly surged to 462 in 2023 but fell to 371 in 2025 and plummeted to only 16 in 2026.
Overall, the neighbourhood experienced a dramatic reduction across all categories in 2026, with total reported incidents falling from around 500 in recent years to just 26 in 2026. This suggests a significant improvement in public safety, making the area much more secure for residents.
Who Is This Home For
46 Essex Avenue offers an excellent blend of transit accessibility, local amenities, and improving safety. With multiple bus routes connecting to key schools, clinics, and supermarkets, it is especially convenient for daily errands and commuting. The abundance of nearby restaurants, parks, and places of worship adds to the neighbourhood's livability.
Given the strong transit links and the presence of Glenwood School within a 4-minute walk, this property is well-suited for families and commuters. The recent sharp decline in crime rates also makes it an attractive option for first-time buyers and investors looking for a promising, safe area with ongoing appreciation potential.
Best suited for
When considering a purchase at 46 essex avenue, we recommend using the overview above as a general reference point for your decision.
Crime & Safety
Glenwood · WPS public data · 2026
Annual incidents
26
2026
vs. city avg
-12%
relative to avg
Year-over-year
▼ -94%
vs. prior year
Primary type
Property
62%
Transit Score
46 essex avenue has good transit access. The nearest stop is a 4-minute walk (317 m) away at Northbound St Mary's at Vivian. Routes F7 and FX2 serve this area. 10 stops within 1 km.
Transit & Walkability
10 stops within 1 km
Nearby Amenities
Within 500 m of the property
46 essex avenue — 11 amenities found within 500 m, across 5 categories, including 5 dining (nearest 186 m), 1 education (nearest 291 m), 1 healthcare (nearest 175 m).
Data sources: Winnipeg Transit GTFS (transit stops & routes), OSRM (walking routes), City of Winnipeg open data (nearby places), Winnipeg Police Service (crime statistics). View full property details →